What Reptiles Can I Handle?

Reptiles such as snakes, lizards, and turtles are introduced in Wild Science. You will encounter a diverse and enriching selection of reptiles.

Is Reptile Handling Safe for Children?

Each person is safe and controlled at Wild Science. Children and adults alike will enjoy the interactions guided by trained professionals.

Can I Book Reptile Handling for Events?

Yes, you can book a Reptile Handling Experience for your event. Wild Science brings the excitement of reptile handling to your birthday party, school function, or community gathering.

What will I learn during reptile animal encounter handling session?

You will learn about reptile adaptations, their habitats, and proper handling techniques.

Do you offer travelling animal experiences?

Yes, Wild Science does offer traveling animal experiences. We specialise in bringing a variety of animals to different locations for educational and interactive encounters. These experiences can include school incursions, birthday parties, workplace events, and public events, tailoring the presentations to suit the specific occasion.

Reptile Handling Experience in UK: Meet Amazing Creatures

Reptile Experience: A Guide to Reptile Handling

Get up close and personal with reptiles with Wild Science’s Reptile Handling Experience near me parties and enjoy the thrill, education and convenience of meeting amazing reptiles here in the UK. Whether you want to learn about local wildlife or want to meet snakes, lizards and turtles, Wild Science’s reptile experiences make it all local. For all ages, it’s a fun way to get into the world of reptiles. Wild Science can organise a reptile birthday party at your doorstep.

What to Expect from a Reptile Encounter

A reptile encounter is a mix of excitement and education. You’ll meet amazing animals like snakes and lizards and learn about their natural habitats and characteristics. Under the guidance of expert handlers you’ll get to handle them safely. You’ll leave with a greater appreciation of reptiles and some great memories.

Is it safe to touch a reptile?

Our interactive sessions let you touch and feel the reptiles in a safe environment for all ages. Wild Science ensures a fun encounter while prioritising the safety and welfare of both participants and animals.

Educational Insights Through Reptile Handling

The Reptile Handling Experience isn’t just fun – it’s also educational. Learn about the zoo, biology, behaviour and ecological role of reptiles and how they fit into our ecosystems.

Plus, you can learn even more with our specialized sessions on Classifications, Life Cycles, Food Chains & Food Webs, and more.

Reptile Handling for All Ages

Our Reptile Handling Experience near me is suitable for everyone, from curious kids to adventure-seeking adults. Children as young as 5 can participate (with an adult). This is an inclusive experience so everyone can get into reptiles.

Handle a variety of species, from brightly coloured lizards to slithery snakes. Wild Science brings the reptile world to your doorstep so you can see the beauty and individuality of each species.

Meet Snakes in a Safe Space

For snake enthusiasts, Wild Science offers a safe space to meet these amazing animals. Meet species like the same boa constrictor and feel the snake skin in a controlled environment.

Meet Lizards and Turtles Face to Face

Get up close to lively lizards and gentle turtles. Each encounter is an opportunity to see the variety of reptile species, whether it’s the agile movements of geckos or the steady strides of tortoises.

For a complete look at animal adaptations, check out our Habitats and Skeletons & Teeth sessions.

Top Tips for a Great Reptile Handling Experience

Get ready for your reptile adventure by following our expert advice to get the most out of these awesome animals!

Wild Science puts safety first. Every reptile experience is in a controlled environment with expert handlers who ensure participants and reptiles interact safely. Furthermore, you can learn how to handle the snakes properly so you can have a fun and safe reptile encounter.

Amazing Animal Reptile Experiences

Wild Science offers reptile experiences for all ages and interests:

Reptile Handling – Handle and touch reptiles to feel their textures.
Reptile Encounters – See reptiles and learn about their lives and habitats.
Behind-the-Scenes Tours – See how reptile facilities work, animal care and more.
Animal Feeding Experiences – Feed reptiles and other animals, and see them eat up close.

Why Reptile Handling

Reptile handling has something for everyone:

Educational – Learn more about reptiles and their habitats.
Hands-On – Feel reptiles for yourself.
Overcoming Fears – Address and conquer fears or misconceptions about reptiles.
Create Memories – Have fun with family and friends.
Fun and Interactive – An activity that’s both fun and educational.

Choose Your Reptile Experience Provider

When choosing a provider make sure they put safety first, have a controlled environment and care about animal welfare. Wild Science ticks all those boxes so your reptile experience will be safe and fun.

In our organised reptile parties, you will gain an unforgettable experience and a greater understanding of these cold-blooded creatures!

Book Your Reptile Handling Experience with a Gift Voucher Today!

Ready for a reptilian adventure or a reptile birthday party? Book with Wild Science to handle reptiles today! Our simple booking system will secure your spot for a fun and educational experience.

At Wild Science, we promote responsible wildlife encounters. By respecting the animals we meet we ensure everyone has a great experience. With locations across the UK Wild Science brings reptile encounters to you wherever you are.

We really enjoyed our experience with the reptiles, they were so calm and settled, just amazing and great ❤️

Great fun for kids the lady was very nice and the animals were cool

An unforgettable experience. Your kids will love it! We had Susie in Edinburgh, she was exceptionally good - with the animals and the kids, and the grown-ups too! We all had an amazing time. I highly recommend booking Susie for Wild Science if you're in Scotland. So many memories made!

Suzie held an event in Sandylands holiday park today and we had a ball! every animal is well cared for and beautiful. very versed on each animals needs and nature, took the time to explain certain facts and even sat down at the end of her time to talk more on her other animals! cannot recommend suzie enough!!

We booked a corporate animal therapy session as part of Mental Health Awareness week, and it was truly loved by everyone. [...] Harriet was absolutely fantastic - super knowledgable, engaging and clearly passionate about every animal she introduced us to. [...] Harriet created such a calm environment that even our more hesitant colleagues were soon happily holding the snake. We can't recommend Wild Science highly enough - if you're looking to boost morale, reduce stress or just do something a little bit different for your team.

Susie was at Parkdean in Saltcoats and it was a fantastic experience. Very knowledgeable and chatted and answered questions from children and adults. Loved it.

Made my child's summer holding a royal python!

Attended a group with my husband & kids. Youngest being 1 & it was incredible. Different kinds of animals, was able to hold what we could & pet the rest.
Thanks again for the incredible experience! Fidget was amazing & we are now thinking if adding ferrets to the family. I hope fidget enjoys his chicken 🐔

Kids had a total blast at Wild Science. So did mum!
We got to meet a cockroach, a snake, 2 geckos, a bearded dragon, a ferret, a mexican tarantula, and a bunny!
The lady was going to name a cockroach 🪳 after my son Leon 🤣 poor kid was peed and pooped on, it was sooo funny! Everyone had such a great time. Thanks for entertaining us. 😆

Animal visit (Summer Fair Gilmerton Community Centre)
The management committee would like to thank Susie and trainee Amy for bringing the animals to the Community Centres Summer Fair. Once again, they were very popular with adults and children. Those attending said they enjoyed meeting and learning about the animals up close.

We were delighted to have both Shannon & Amy attend our free family event at Crystal Peaks shopping centre this Friday. Their communication on the run-up to our event was great. On the day, the head office called us to check everything was ready & the hosts arrived in plenty of time. We had a lot of very excited guests that got to enjoy a range of fascinating creatures throughout the day. The team were great with the public & very knowledgeable about their little critters. We can't recommend Wild Science enough. Thank you for making our day so good.

The animal expert we were lucky enough to have from wild science was excellent. She even managed to keep the kids at a 7 year old birthday party relatively quiet and very interested. Would highly recommend.

It was a wonderful day had by all, the adults and children really had a great time every animal was explained in great detail and we will be booking them for further events

My son (4) and his friends had the most wonderful time! The scientist was totally able to engage their attention for over an hour and they had fun and learned so much too! Thanks for the best party!

We have used Wild Science for 3 years at our school. Each year they deliver wonderful sessions to Nursery and Reception children. We have never had any issues and would recommend them to everyone. The children love the experience and the animals and staff are amazing!

Thank you Wild Science for such an amazing party! Amy was super professional and had the kids eating out of the palm of her hand. My son absolutely loved the animals she brought and we were so impressed with how she handled the group (of 3-5 year olds) and gave them interesting and fun facts about each animal which kept all the kids interested and engaged. It was so much fun, we would highly recommend it!!!

Ross was absolutely amazing. So patient, kind and knowledgeable of the animals and the slime workshop. We had a party of 20 and with the madness that ensued he was always calm and reassuring for each child if they were apprehensive of holding any animal - big or small. Would 100% book Wild Science again, especially Ross.
Thank you for making our animal lovers birthday so special!

Ross came to my sons 3rd birthday, he was brilliant, the kids had a great time, the whole thing was really relaxed and everyone got a good amount of time with the animals and really enjoyed the experience - the customer service beforehand was really good, great communication and lots of questions answered - highly recommend!

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